1967 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 435 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
